CHAPTER 22: THE DISLIKE

"You're becoming quite skilled at lying with your eyes open," Victoria chuckled, her gaze sharp. "Edmund, there are so many people here; you can ask anyone to see who caused trouble first." Just as Edmund was about to speak, Laura interrupted, pleading, "Edmund, don't you believe me? How could I go looking for trouble with her?" Edmund's focus shifted to Laura, and he didn't feel like questioning anyone further. He disliked Victoria and didn't want to listen to her side of the story. "Alright, stop trying to sow discord between us," Edmund glared at Victoria. "Victoria, we have no relationship anymore. You shouldn't appear in front of me or Laura again." "Edmund, do you really think so highly of yourself? “Victoria retorted, her eyes narrowing. "Why should I listen to you? Now, I am a free person, and you have no authority over me. Instead of lecturing me, I think you have more important things to do, like raising a million in cash." Edmund's face twisted in anger as his face redd